Mechanical Design Manager

Location: Mississauga, ON – Corporate Headquarters

Base Hours : Monday- Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Company Overview: TDG is a leading global enterprise specializing in the design and manufacture of comprehensive interior and exterior lighting systems, smart controllers, and energy storage systems tailored for rail applications. With a rich legacy dating back to 1989, our company has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge lighting solutions to the rail and public transportation sectors. At TDG, we are committed to driving innovation, particularly in LED technologies, ensuring that our customers receive best-in-class products.

Why Join Us: As TDG continues to expand, we are actively seeking exceptional individuals to join our team. With significant growth achieved over the past five years, we offer a stimulating environment where talented professionals can thrive and realize their full potential.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage tasks and oversee department of mechanical engineers and designers.
• Accountable for time allocation and project completion timelines
• Work with mechanical and production teams to develop optimal DfM designs for product
• Review of drawings, best practices, and designs with mechanical team.
• Assign and monitor tasks and timelines within the department.
• Working with teams within company to develop, manage and maintain project schedules and deadlines.
• Create 3D models and Drawings of new components for fabrication.
• Create Assemblies and drawings of products using Solidworks.
• Revise designs & drawings based on internal and customer feedback.
• Develop new designs to meet and exceed customer needs based on technical requirements.
• Design of lighting systems for locomotive and rail passenger vehicle.

Requirements and Experience

• 5-8 years of experience as a Mechanical Designer.
• 3-5 years of experience in supervisory role.
• Experience with parametric modelling in CAD software, Solidworks is an asset.
• Experience with Solidworks PDM or Similar
• Knowledge & design experience for manufacturing processes – CNC Machining , Sheet Metal, Metal & Plastic Extruding, Fabrication, 3D printing.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Basic understanding of electronics / PCB's.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent capacity for synthesis analysis and innovation.
• Experience with optical design is an asset.
• Experience within lighting is an asset

Education

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Design) / University degree in Mechanical Engineering.